Along the Rive Gauche, in Paris’s 13th arrondissement, the Sequana complex is undergoing a transformation that brings together architecture, comfort and landscape. Originally designed by Arte Charpentier and Robert Lewis Turner, the complex comprises two buildings overlooking the Seine, with a total surface area of approximately 21,000 m². The renovation encompasses interiors, façades and outdoor areas, enhancing terraces and green spaces.
In this context, Resstende faced a specific challenge: designing effective solar shading systems for façades highly exposed to wind. Commissioned by Fabrix, a French company specialising in façades and window systems, Resstende joined the project at an advanced stage of construction, rethinking the originally planned solutions to meet the constraints of the existing architecture.
The project required a bespoke approach to fixing systems, fabrics and roller dimensions. A steel counterplate anchored to the glazing bead made it possible to secure both the headbox and the tension cables of the upper roller, while minimising the visual impact. Close collaboration with Fabrix and the client led to a shared solution that successfully balanced technical and aesthetic requirements.
More than 400 BOSTON TKV 135 roller blind systems, featuring FD60 bottom rails, were installed across the two buildings. All systems are motorised and equipped with Resstende’s exclusive Traction Kit. Thanks to the gas pistons integrated into the bottom rail, the device counteracts wind pressure, helping to keep the fabric stable and properly tensioned, even during automatic retraction triggered by the anemometer.
Customisation also extended to the finishes, with two dedicated RAL colours: the headboxes match the window frames, while the bottom rails complement the dark shade of the fabric and the glazed surfaces. This carefully considered choice allows the shading systems to blend seamlessly into the architectural identity of the buildings.
The Soltis Veozip fabric, selected in a dark shade with a 5% openness factor, helps reduce glare and improve visual and thermal comfort, while preserving outward visibility even when the blinds are lowered. Its resistance to UV rays and dimensional stability further contribute to long-term durability.
The possibility of combining several modules on a single roller also made it possible to optimise both supply and installation operations.
At Sequana, solar protection thus becomes an integral part of the renovation project: a solution shaped by attentive listening and collaboration between specialists, demonstrating Resstende’s ability to combine technology, flexibility and meticulous attention to detail.